'It Takes All Kinds' - an Innovative MRI System Which is Open for all Patients - OASIS(TM)

Hitachi Medical Systems UK Sells its First 1.2 Tesla Open Architecture Vertical High-Field MRI System to Mayday Hospital, Croydon

LONDON, June 24, 2010 - Mayday Hospital - Hitachi Medical Systems UK has been awarded
the contract for OASIS(TM) 1.2 Tesla high-field open MRI by InHealth MRI
Centre at Mayday Hospital, Croydon - the high performance system with a truly
open architecture available in the UK. This unique product combines
unrivalled patient comfort together with first class imaging comparable to
that of a closed bore system.

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CT and MRI have become indispensible in radiological
diagnostics. However, conventional MRI systems with a narrow, restricted
scanning tunnel can cause great anxiety to the patient and with almost one in
every four patients suffering from claustrophobia the examination either does
not take place or can only go ahead if sedation is used. The OASIS(TM)
combines a truly open design together with high field strength providing
optimal image quality comparable to that of a closed bore system. The
270degrees angle of vision allows the patient an unobstructed view during the
scan for a far more comfortable experience whilst simultaneously giving the
clinician a clear view of the examination in progress.

The bariatric issue is a burgeoning problem in Europe
demanding a radical rethink in MRI design whilst maintaining the necessary
image quality. The OASIS(TM) provides the widest patient table, largest flex
body coil and specific bariatric scanning protocols within an open MR
environment meeting the bariatric imaging challenge and reducing rejection
rate.

Mayday Hospital has officially reopened its fully renovated
state-of-the-art MRI unit marking the occasion with a visit from three
nationally renowned Harlequin rugby players who demonstrated the true
openness of the system!

The design is unique and can accommodate patients who cannot
fit into a conventional closed bore type magnet. Anxious or nervous patients
are easily reassured and those suffering from claustrophobia don't always
have to be sedated. Referrals for patients suffering from claustrophobia to
Mayday MRI from London and the South East has risen significantly since
installation in April 2010 proving that there is an essential requirement for
this technology.

Powerful, high performance MR electronics with fast gradients
and multi-channel RF technology provide diagnostic performance comparable to
that of a 1.5T MR but with the advantage of the open architecture design.

About Hitachi Medical Systems Europe

Hitachi Medical Corporation, a globally active company owned
by the Japanese Hitachi Ltd. Group (NYSE: HIT / TSE: 6501), is a leading
international electronics company with approximately 400,000 employees
worldwide. The Hitachi Medical Corporation is represented in Europe by
Hitachi Medical Systems Europe Holding AG, with headquarters in Zug,
Switzerland and its subsidiaries. The company is a first choice supplier of
powerful open high-field MRI systems and multi-slice CT systems, as well as
medical ultrasound and optical topography devices. Ultrasound expertise
encompasses clinical applications including general radiology, internal
medicine, gynaecology, cardiology, gastroenterology, urology and surgery.
Hitachi Medical Systems offers a complete range of solutions to address a
wide range of medical challenges.

    For more information:
    www.hitachi-medical-systems.com

    Contact:
    Hitachi Medical Systems UK Ltd
    Barbara Dowell
    5 Regent Park
    Booth Drive
    Wellingborough
    Northamptonshire NN8 6GR UK
    Phone +44-844-800-4294
    E-mail b.dowell@hitachi-medical-systems.com

    Hitachi Medical Systems Europe (Holding) AG
    Romea Wallnoefer
    Sumpfstrasse 13
    CH-6300 Zug
    Phone +41-41-748-63-43
    E-mail r.wallnoefer@hitachi-medical-systems.com

    Pleon C-Matrix Group AG
    Barbara S. Steinberg
    Stampfenbachstrasse 52
    CH-8006 Zurich
    Phone +41-43-300-56-75
    E-mail barbara.steinberg@pleon.com

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Contact: Hitachi Medical Systems UK Ltd, Barbara Dowell, 5 Regent Park, Booth Drive, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN8 6GR UK, Phone +44-844-800-4294, E-mail b.dowell at hitachi-medical-systems.com ; Hitachi Medical Systems Europe (Holding) AG, Romea Wallnoefer, Sumpfstrasse 13, CH-6300 Zug, Phone +41-41-748-63-43, E-mail r.wallnoefer at hitachi-medical-systems.com ; Pleon C-Matrix Group AG, Barbara S. Steinberg, Stampfenbachstrasse 52, CH-8006 Zurich, Phone +41-43-300-56-75, E-mail barbara.steinberg at pleon.com